Triumph Bonneville T40 vs TVS Ronin

Last Updated: October 6, 2026

TVS Ronin price starts at Rs. 1.30 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.85 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T40, priced at Rs. 3.15 Lakh. On the performance front, the Bonneville T40 uses a 350cc engine producing 29 PS @ 7000 rpm and the Ronin a 225.9cc engine producing 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm. If you're deciding between the Bonneville T40 and Ronin, the Ronin is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T40 stands out for performance.

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Bonneville T40 vs Ronin Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Bonneville T40TVS Ronin
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.15 LakhRs. 1.30 Lakh
Engine 350 cc225.9 cc
Max power 29 PS @ 7000 rpm20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Kerb weight 195 Kg159 Kg

Bonneville T40 vs Ronin Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Bonneville T40 STDTVS Ronin Base - Lighting Black
Rating
1 review
216 reviews
Brand Name Triumph TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.15 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Max Power 29 PS @ 7000 rpm 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Bonneville T40 Colors
TVS Ronin Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,625 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,753 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Bonneville T40 Insurance Rs. 10,881 Ronin Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Estimated Top Speed
Not Available
120 kmph
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, SOHC
Engine Displacement
350 cc
225.9 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
5 Speed
Max Power
29 PS @ 7000 rpm
20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque
31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm
19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm
Bore
89.0 mm
66 mm
Stroke
56.1 mm
66 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
42.95 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
40.77 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
40-45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Compression Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
130 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
43mm forks. 130mm wheel travel
Black, 41 mm USD
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock with pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel
Mono Shock with 7 Step Adjustable Preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70 R17
Front :-110/70-17,Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
311 kg
Length*Width*Height
2120*818*1081 mm3
2040*805*1170 mm3
Wheelbase
1418 mm
1357 mm
Length
2120 mm
2040 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
181 mm
Height
1081 mm
1170 mm
Width
818 mm
805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
195 Kg
159 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Road,Rain,Eco,Custom1,Custom2
Rain,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Yes
Body
Metal
Metal
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
TVS Ronin
  • Torquey engine ensures you don’t have to shift as frequently
  • Excellent fit and finish
  • Lightweight and agile in both city traffic and highway
  • Can easily accommodate tall riders
TVS Ronin
  • Unimpressive highway performance
  • You’ll need to pull the front brake lever really hard for aggressive braking
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Triumph Bonneville T40 Vs TVS Ronin FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Triumph Bonneville T40 vs TVS Ronin?
The TVS Ronin is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T40 by ₹1.85 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Bonneville T40 vs TVS Ronin?
For the STD version, 350 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T40 produces 29 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base - Lighting Black version, 225.9 cc Petrol engine of Ronin produces 20.4 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm of torque

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